Once the summer comes, the lines of concern begin to appear on the farmers’ face. Due to the lack of water in the heat due to bitter sun, the crops begin to suffer. In such a situation, it is very important that farmers take proper care of the fields and timely irrigation, as crops are caused by high damage or regular irrigation in the summer days, and sometimes crops are dry. Considering these problems of farmers, the Bihar Agricultural Department has given some important recommendations to the farmers on the maintenance of fields in the summer, thereby saving farmers from the loss of their crops.
These 5 things are essential for irrigation
1. The summer needs more water: In the summer, crops need more water. If you are not irrigated at the right time, the crops may be dry or their quality may worsen. In such a situation, special attention should be paid to the irrigation of the crops.
2. Irrigation in regular intervals: In the summer, farmers need to irrigate their crops at regular intervals. In such a situation, it must be remembered that farmers should not dry the field for a long time. Irrigation every 2 to 5 days according to the demand of the crop.
3. The use of drip irrigation or sprayer technology: Farmers can follow the drip irrigation or sprayer system in the summer. This modern irrigation technique saves water and the crops get the right amount of water for the roots. Apart from this, soil itching is low, then soil itching is low. Helps in control of insect and disease.
4. Irrigation in the morning or evening: Irrigation should be done in the morning or evening in the summer. This time is the best for watering in the summer. At the same time, due to high temperatures in the afternoon, the water will evaporate quickly, resulting in the benefit of the crops. So, irrigate from 6 am to 9 am to 5 pm.
5. Water must be low evaporation: Irrigation in the summer should also be in mind, because the water of the violin is quickly dry in the summer. Therefore, irrigation should be done at the right level and time, thus reduced the evaporation of water.
Other ways to keep the fields wet
Mulch techniques can be used in the fields to maintain soil moisture in the summer. It is very beneficial for crops in the summer. For this purpose, put the wet grass, salim and leaves into the fields, so that the soil does not dry quickly and the moisture will be long. In addition, the use of a shed net on a nursery or vegetable crop can reduce the temperature. Also, plant the trees in the violin ridge so that the shade and cold of the crops are natural.
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